Job Title: Senior Residential Support Worker
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours a week
Salary: £32,690 - £35,792 per annum (dependent on experience, including sleep-ins)
Location: Alton
Job Overview
Our client is seeking a Senior Residential Support Worker for one of their children's homes in Alton. In this role, you will:
- Plan, manage, and lead shifts, ensuring children are safe and engaged throughout the day.
- Take a lead role in ensuring the care and welfare of each child in placement.
- Ensure that each child's Placement Plan is followed and adhered to at all times.
- Provide guidance and support to all Residential Workers.
- Supervise designated staff members, recording this in their Supervision Sheet.
- Raise any concerns with the Registered Manager as appropriate.
Requirements
- NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Children's and Young People Workforce.
- At least 2 years of experience in residential childcare and working with young people.
Benefits
- Passport to Manage training to achieve your Level 5 qualification.
- Earn up to £3,250 for recommending a foster carer, or up to £1,000 for recommending a full-time staff member.
- Receive a £100 bonus for achieving a 'Good' Ofsted outcome for the home and a £200 bonus for achieving "Outstanding".
- Service awards: £200 (2 years), £400 (5 years), and £600 (10 years), plus up to £500 for outstanding practice.
- Access to a health and wellbeing support platform